Originally Posted by
mariatherese
What would a used long arm machine go for? Ballpark figure? The ones I've seen on Craig's list seem to have close to the same price as new machines?
It's hard to give ballpark figures because ***so*** much depends on the brand and model of the machine and harp size, not to mention the frame. I got my bare bones Voyager 17 with Hinterberg stretch frame setup (bare bones because it does not have a stitch regulator) for $3,000. The same setup sells for $4,000 on the Hinterberg website. Another QB member found a used one with stitch regulator for $2,500 in the Chicago area. But this is ballpark only for this particular machine and frame.
Longarm dealers often have used setups for sale when clients want to upgrade (as many do over time). Also, there are some good online places to check out for used setups:
http://www.longarmuniversity.com/machines_for_sale.htm
http://www.houseofhanson.com/formerlyowned.html
and also the brand websites, such as APQS, etc.
Some quilters use a domestic machine on a homemade table frame, which is even less expensive. Check out these threads:
http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1...k-t196187.html
http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1...e-t195959.html